For when you’re looking for a sure fire way to get some heat on cold winter nights, Denver’s own bass music arsonist Agent Of Kaos and his scorching new single Fire Is Dangerous (A DnB PSA) is something you should keep an eye on. It’s a rip roaring slice of drum & bass madness, and will have you moving like […]
ROCK/Review ANIMAL SOULS – The Kids
I’m a lifelong music maniac, and I don’t think there’s anything that gets the blood flowing quite like the thrill of an absolute well executed retro rock anthem. The kids from Abbotsford Animal Souls have the new single here from their project and may I say it slaps all those sweet nostalgic sweet spots in the most wildly infectious way […]
Pop/Review ALEX STARLING – Maybe We Lost It
Lovelorn power ballad or simple love lost song, there is no flaw to be found in “Maybe We Lost It,” the newest release by London-based star on the rise, Alex Starling, and a perfect piece of heavenly synth-pop it is at that. It is a tune that even foreshadows the human notion of time so as to encourage profound reflections […]
ROCK/Review CARGOCASTLE – Truth and Reconciliation
Solo musical force Cargocastle has crafted a genuinely monumental artistic statement with the latest opus “Truth and Reconciliation”: an expansive, deeply emotional instrumental work that is at once as transcendent and as viscerally powerful as it is. It’s a riveting encapsulation of the therapeutic process of healing, sung in sound — the brainchild of Cory Wayne Dell of Altoona. The […]
Pop/Review GIANFRANCO GFN – ME AFTER YOU
Swiss artist GIANFRANCO GFN has taken to intoxicating musical exploration of unattainable romance and the searing pain it leaves in its wake with his lush new single “Me After You.” The latest from GFN is a seamless meld of strands of acid jazz, blue eyed soul and sheeny modern pop, a single sonic dive into the abyss of unrequited longing. […]
Pop/Review MAKEYLA – Gråta in the rain
Swedish artist MaKeyla has made a name for herself with her latest single ‘Gråta in the rain’ and she isn’t bound by what genre she belongs in. The 26-year old musician fuses Afrobeats, amapiano and sleek modern pop into an irresistible track that is an irresistible fusion of disparate influences into a singular, invigorating artistic vision. From its hypnotic percussive […]
ROCK/Review THE AFRO NICK – Get There Before Noon (LA mix)
With his wild mane symbolizing an uninhibited creative spirit, The Afro Nick has delivered a thrillingly raw and resonant indie rock anthem in “Get There Before Noon (LA Mix).” The result is a sound rooted in freedom and profound introspection that ranges from psychedelic textures blended with fuzzy riffs and anthemic songcraft, to the spacy synth flourishes of Grammy winning […]
ROCK/Review MICHEAL FORDAYS – No Way Back
Los Angeles based artist Micheal Fordays turns in a richly immersive artistic statement with his latest single “No Way Back” a genre transcending work of art. But there can be no doubt – this is a piece that oozes with purpose and no small dose of creative vision: the first strains of the live recorded tight bass/drum pocket is then […]
ROCK/Review FILIP DAHL – If You Saw Me Now
Norwegian virtuoso Filip Dahl has returned with his latest offering — “If You Saw Me Now” — which is a masterclass in how to send music to wrestle with the hardest struggles of life. The seasoned artist lays his soul bare in the most raw, most guitar driven rock ballad imaginable, talking about his personal battles with mental health right […]
Pop/Review JARI SALMIKIVI – Believe (Remix)
Swedish artist Jari Salmikivi has cooked up the total dream of a dance pop anthem with his latest release ‘Believe (Remix).’ As soon as those kicks and shimmering synths kick in, you can feel that the infectious energy of the pure euphoria being pumped out of the speakers, and the Song’s rich, soulful vocals draw you in immediately, and have […]
ROCK/Review THE SEA AT MIDNIGHT – Wait For Rain
The latest single from Los Angeles based act The Sea At Midnight has an almost prophetic quality to it. Like a chilling an omen to an impending drought and climate crisis, the mesmerizing track brings its smoldering post punk textures and guitarist Vince Grant’s plaintive vocals.Comprising ominous guitar lines from the get go, you’re taken to a parched, post apocalyptic […]
EDM/Review IMAGENIERO – Amanuenses en París
There has long been an eternal debate about the place of technology in artistic expression, with the purists and critics generally scoffing at any creation that uses or entails computers and AI. Imageniero is an artist whose defiance of such conventions is both ubiquitous and unafraid. Released with the thumping new single “Amanuenses en París,” the Spanish artist has crafted […]
Pop /Review THE NEW CITIZEN KANE – Could Have Been
The New Citizen Kane rounds up his mastery for introspective storytelling dealing with the complexities of love, sorrow and the haunting “what ifs” that haunt us after the relationship has ended with the release of his latest EP “Could Have Been.” Title track opens wistfully, setting the tone for an inky indie-pop weave of dreamy atmospherics with chillest of chillwave. […]
ROCK/Review HORIZONTE LIED – El Día Después
Not too many alternative electronic bands have been as adept at carving out a niche as Horizonte Lied. This long-standing project, started by Monterrey, Mexico native Alex Ezert and Bernardo Garza, has been a melting pot of hard industrial rock and synthy pop textures since day one.Their latest is a stunning example of their unique sonic alchemy, “El Día Después”. […]
Synth-Pop/Review CARLOS UCEDDA – Garden of Letters
In the span of modern music, not many artists can make you feel the same way, or travel you to the same places as Carlos. The visionary singer-songwriter, has once again shown mastery of creating immersive sonic experiences that cross genre boundaries, with the release of ‘Garden of Letters.’ From the first ethereal notes cascading over the listener, Carlos creates […]
R&B/Review ISAAC ROOSEVELT & TIMBHAI – HOME
In their latest release, “Home,” the dynamic duo Isaac & Timbhai have crafted a soulful, introspective odyssey that resonates deeply with the universal yearning for a sense of belonging. Hailing from Germany, this collaborative project seamlessly blends R&B, Soul, Country, and Electronic influences, showcasing the power of virtual connections in the modern age.As an American artist living in Europe, Isaac […]
POP– DANCE /Review Stephen Dowd – (Ça S’en Vient) It’s Coming Can You Feel It
Canadian artist Stephen Dowd has provided a tantalizingly sultry odes to intimacy that is going to ignite clubs and playlists with his latest dance floor romance “(Ça S’en Vient) It’s Coming Can You Feel It.” Featuring earworm melodies and feel good grooves, it’s full of that kind of thing, and the concept is a neat one: The story of escalating […]
ROCK/Review Five Headed Cobra – Screaming From The Mountain
Five Headed Cobra has delivered a raucous shot of adrenaline with their newest alt-rock banger “Screaming From The Mountain.” This high-octane track showcases the emerging band’s raw, uncompromising sound and refusal to conform to mainstream sensibilities.With its blistering riffs and breakneck pace, ‘Screaming From The Mountain’ grabs listeners by the throat from the very first notes. The guitars are scratchy […]
ROCK/Review CHANDRA – Christmas Hugs
The holiday season just got a whole lot merrier thanks to Bristol-based pop-rockers Chandra and their new festive banger “Christmas Hugs.” This upbeat, guitar-driven track is an instant injection of yuletide cheer.It begins with the jingling of sleigh bells and continues with crunchy riffs, driving rhythms and the kind of contagious feel good familiarity that Chandra blends with their usual […]
Hip-Hop/Review KEL – RAIN
Atlanta rapper KEL, has made a splashy return to the music scene after a seven year hiatus with the release of “RAIN.” This genre blending single features KEL at his dynamic best, his artistry and flair for infectious rhythms wrapped in a package of skilled lyricism. From the first bars, “RAIN” hits you with its hypnotic bassline and, crisp and […]
ROCK/Review SOCIAL GRAVY – Lone Wolf
Social Gravy, the indie rock duo of Brad Kohn and Vee Bordukov, have unleashed their fierce new single “Lone Wolf,” marking a powerful return after a few years away.Coming from Los Angeles, but with a worldwide fanbase, the band’s latest track is a display of ideas that are so melodical, so thoughtful in instrumentation, all encapsulated in a band that […]